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A review by annahollamby
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
challenging
dark
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I'm satisfied that I read it, as it's a contemporary classic,and because I've been mentally ill for as long as I've been sentient, I did find the book relatable (derogatory). But, I can't and won't get over or look past the racism, anti-semitism, homophobia, and general white privilege of it all.
Graphic: Ableism, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Forced institutionalization, Medical trauma, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, and Classism